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Published on: April 20, 2011
PolioPlus programme: criteria for funding of polio immunization programmes
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The Rotary Foundation has invested over $12 million in global polio immunization, protecting 87 million children. They aim to raise $120 million more to eradicate polio, supporting accelerated immunization programs worldwide.
Area of Science:
- Global Health
- Public Health Initiatives
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Background:
- The Rotary Foundation has a long history of supporting global health initiatives.
- Polio eradication remains a critical public health challenge worldwide.
- International cooperation is essential for combating infectious diseases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the Rotary Foundation's significant financial contributions to polio immunization.
- To underscore Rotary's commitment to achieving polio eradication.
- To showcase Rotary's collaborative efforts with international health organizations.
Main Methods:
- Financial investment in polio immunization programs across multiple countries.
- Partnerships with governmental bodies, UNICEF, and the World Health Organization (WHO).
- Support for accelerated immunization campaigns.
Main Results:
- Over US$12 million allocated to polio immunization in 26 countries.
- Protection provided to more than 87 million children.
- Pledged fundraising of US$120 million within 3 years.
Conclusions:
- The Rotary Foundation is a key financial supporter of global polio eradication efforts.
- Collaborative efforts with international health organizations are crucial for success.
- Rotary's sustained commitment is vital for protecting millions of children from polio.
Abstract:
To date, the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International has allocated over US$12 million for polio immunization programs in 26 countries to protect more than 87 million children and has pledged to raise US$120 million within 3 years. The 1st major polio immunization project assisted was launched in the Philippines in 1980. On 14 May 1985, Rotary joined PAHO/WHO in the goal to eradicate polio in the Americas by 1990. Rotarians have provided support to many recent accelerated immunization programs in cooperation with governments, UNICEF, and WHO.
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